Maintenance Technician
El Car Wash
Brighton, Michigan
Job Description
Maintenance Technician
Job Summary
As a Maintenance Technician, you keep our sites running at peak performance through expert troubleshooting, disciplined preventive maintenance, and a proactive mindset that catches problems before they ever cause downtime. You take pride in doing the job right the first time, every time.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
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- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems hands-on
- Proactive mindset — you surface issues before they escalate and prioritize prevention over reaction
- Strong documentation habits — you close work orders and update logs accurately every time
- Comfortable using hand and power tools safely and accurately
- Reliable and responsive — available for on-call and after-hours emergencies
- Willingness to travel between sites as needed
- Experience with 3-phase motors, PLCs, VFDs, or relay logic is a strong plus
- CMMS background is a plus
- Ability to weld, fabricate, or dismantle equipment is a plus Valid driver's license required
What You’ll Be Doing
- Keep the operation running - Perform mechanical and electrical repairs, replace defective parts, align components, and use hand and power tools with precision and safety.
- Prevent before you repair - Execute preventive maintenance proactively — you anticipate failure points before they become outages. Reactive-only isn't good enough here.
- Troubleshoot with curiosity - Apply systematic problem-solving to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. You understand how things work — and you use that understanding to find better solutions.
- Document everything - Close out work orders, update CMMS logs accurately, and red-line drawings. Your documentation protects the sites after you leave.
- Elevate the team - Train site staff on proper operation, preventive maintenance, and repair techniques. You share what you know.
- Support site launches - Assist with new site installations and equipment launches for smooth start-up and optimal performance.
- Stay available - Respond to after-hours emergencies and on-call needs — when the site needs you, you show up.
HOW YOU SHOW UP — ECW COMPETENCIES
- Job Knowledge & Technical Proficiency — Understands job responsibilities, products, and tools needed to perform work accurately.
- Problem-Solving — Addresses routine challenges, makes sound day-to-day decisions, and asks for help when needed.
- Safety & Compliance — Follows safety procedures, uses equipment correctly, and speaks up about hazards.
- Drives Results — Completes tasks reliably, stays focused on priorities, and takes responsibility for individual performance — tasks are done fully and correctly.
- Team Collaboration — Works well with teammates, communicates openly, and contributes to a supportive team environment.
- Customer-Centric Approach — Demonstrates positive customer interactions, listens actively, and follows service standards to create a great customer experience.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
- Full comprehensive benefits (Health, Vision, Dental)
- 401(k) with 4% match — yes, free money
- Paid time off
- Parental leave (maternity & paternity)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Mental health days
- On-the-job training and real career growth
- FREE car washes
Why Join Us?
Be a hands-on leader in a fast-growing, people-first organization. Your work will shape site performance, elevate operational standards, and ensure our customers and teams are set up for success.
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Date Posted: June 26, 2026